1972 AMC Matador vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Matador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Matador | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
